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In this powerful episode, Michael Mota—entrepreneur, media executive, and founder of Atom Media and VirtualCons—shares his remarkable journey from educator to marketing powerhouse. Michael opens up about the challenges entrepreneurs face, how he helped scale brands like Alex and Ani to $22M+ in revenue, and what it really takes to build a fast-growing, resilient business. He also reveals insights on brand strategy, media innovation, and staying true to your mission while navigating rapid growth and unexpected turns.

Also in this episode we have a special Insider’s Brief with Hillery Hunter, CTO of IBM Infrastructure and GM of Innovation at IBM, to demystify what really happens behind the scenes of AI tools like ChatGPT. Hillery explains how businesses are integrating AI into their operations, the growing concerns around data privacy, and what today’s AI infrastructure truly looks like. She also shares how IBM is leading the way in developing responsible, secure, and scalable AI solutions. If you’ve ever been curious—or cautious—about AI, this is a must-listen.